20+ New Jersey Food, Wine, and Beer Events for March 2024
Dive into a world of culinary delights and libation adventures across the Garden State. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur, a wine enthusiast, or simply someone who loves discovering new flavors, this guide is your gateway to the vibrant and diverse food and drink scene in New Jersey. Join us as we explore the best events, tastings, and festivals that celebrate the rich culinary heritage of the state, offering a taste of everything from local craft brews to world-class wines. Get ready to indulge your senses and embark on a delicious journey through New Jersey’s vibrant food and drink culture!
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New Jersey Foodie, Wine, and Beer Festivals and Events:
Featured events!
Big Brew Beer Festival
March 2, 2 Sessions
The Big Brew Beer Festival is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados to meet and hang out. With over 150 unique tastings it’s a great place to discover new beers and speak to brewery representatives.
The Morristown Armory, 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $15 – $70, Save $25 with code NJISNTBORING
Jersey City Wine Fest
March 2, 2 Sessions
Wine Fest is your all access pass to try wines from both local and abroad. Travel the world of wine at the Harborside Atrium.Guests will enjoy wine samples for the entire evening paired with live entertainment, food and interactive games.
Harborside Atrium, 210 Hudson St Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $15 – $60. Save 40% with code NJIB (or use the link above)
Parsippany Bonfire and Food Truck Festival
March 2, 2 pm – 7 pm
The Kiwanis of Greater Parsippany, in collaboration with Liquid Church, invites everyone to relive the nostalgic flame on March 2nd from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Escape the winter confines and indulge in an evening of pure delight with a roaring bonfire, DJ Mega Steve’s beats, tempting food trucks, and a variety of hot and cold beverages. This grand outdoor party promises to be the grandest of the winter season.
299 Webro Rd, Parsippany, NJ
Cost: $5. Children 5 and younger are free
Craft Beer, Wine, & Spirit’s Festival at “The Boat”
March 2, 4 pm – 9 pm
This event features over 50 breweries, 20 distilleries, 20 vineyards, 10 ready-to-drink options, and 10 ciders & seltzers. There’s something for everyone to taste. Explore various vendors, indulge in delicious food options, taste drinks from around the world and enjoy live entertainment throughout the event.
The Showboat Hotel, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $60 – $75
Jersey Eats: A Taste of New Jersey
March 2 & 3
100+ vendors will gather on March 2 and 3 at the first Jersey Eats event of 2024 to showcase and sell their food, beverages, kitchenware, and more.
Cure Insurance Arena, Trenton, NJ
Cost: $13.40 – Two Day Pass(Advance Online), $7.60 – One Day Ticket (Advance Online), $25 – Two Day Pass (Day of Show), $15 – One Day Ticket (Day of Show)
Terhune Orchards Winery Weekend Music Series
March 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, & 31, 12 pm – 5 pm
Join Terhune Orchards for cheer in the winery to enjoy live music and meet up with family and friends. With indoor seating in our wine barn among the wine tanks and outdoor seating with fire pits. Enjoy hot mulled wine, tasting flights of Terhune favorite wines, and wine by the glass. All ages can have fun with s’mores and hot cocoa kits. Light bites of cheese plates and chips & salsa baskets are available at the winery. Perfect to enjoy with a glass of wine in the sun. Live music on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm-4pm. See full listing of musicians https://www.terhuneorchards.com/winery-events/
330 Cold Soil Rd. Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
Princeton Restaurant Week
March 2 – 8
The annual celebration of our community’s vibrant culinary scene. Check out a new spot, catch a bite at a familiar favorite, or enjoy a curated meal at an enviable eatery. Many participating restaurants will offer not only special Restaurant Week menus, but also prix fixe and reduced pricing during the event.
Burlington County Restaurant Week
March 3 – 9
More than 50 restaurants will be participating all over the region, from Bordentown to Medford.
A Taste of Morristown
March 4, 6 pm
The annual fundraiser of the Rotary Club of Morristown showcases the diverse fine restaurants and eateries of the Morristown area! With wine and spirits tasting courtesy of Gary’s Wine & Marketplace and beer tastings from local breweries and bars.
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown 2 Whippany Road Morristown, NJ
Cost: $75 – $125
Haddonfield Restaurant Week
March 5 – 10
Restaurant Week is the perfect opportunity to try a Haddonfield restaurant you haven’t experienced yet. With Dinner and Lunch specials available throughout the Borough, the first week of March is the perfect time to enjoy the many culinary options Haddonfield has to offer.
Downtown Haddonfield, NJ
Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery
March 9, 1 pm – 4 pm
It is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Yes, it’s a great time using only your feet: Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery. The event begins with a formal wine tasting followed by a delicious Chicken Parmesana Dinner, pasta, tossed salad, bread and dessert. Their award-winning wines can be purchased by the glass or bottle to enjoy with your dinner. Dessert will be served and paired with one of their dessert wines followed by the ever-popular stomping event. It’s exciting and a smashing good time at Four Sisters Winery and don’t forget to take home you embossed souvenir glass. Now, it’s time for the stomping! So, it’s off with the shoes and socks, Wiggle those toes and prepare for a foot massage of a lifetime. The grapes are waiting and the stomping experience begins. Remember to bring your phone as there’s plenty of time for pictures.
Four Sisters Winery, Belvidere, NJ
Cost: $47.50 per person, plus tax. Tickets are required and may be purchased by calling 908-475-3671
The Chocolate Expo
March 9 & 10
The Chocolate Expo has by far become the northeast’s largest chocolate-themed event. The Chocolate Expo offers tastings & sales of chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods, gelato, cheeses and much more from local and regional vendors. Depending on location, tastings and sales of wines, beers and other “adult beverages” may also be offered. Each Chocolate Expo event combines chocolate and food with a dash of fun such as unique exhibits, performances, demonstrations and/or celebrity appearances.
97 Sunfield Ave, Edison, NJ
Annual Belmar Dine and Discover
March 10, 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
A food tour of Belmar taking you through the area’s best restaurants, breweries, and desserts.
Belmar, NJ
Cost: Advance Tickets $35, Day of Tickets $40
The North Jersey Blues Society present Bees Deluxe at the Blues & Brews Music Series
March 10, 4:30 pm – 9 pm
On Sunday, March 10 at 4:30pm, The North Jersey Blues Society presents Bees Deluxe at the Montclair Brewery as part of their Blues & Brews Live Music Series. The brewery is located in Montclair, New Jersey. Listeners can expect to hear re-imagined versions of classsic songs by such artists as Etta James, Billie Holiday, Robert Cray, Joe Zawinul as well as some live audience favorite originals.
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut St. Montclair, NJ
Cost: $10
Uncorked: NJ Wine Fest
March 16, 7 pm – 11 pm
Sip and savor over 100 wines & bubblies from across the globe + some “outside the bottle” beverages (like seltzers and canned cocktails), food vendors, exclusive after hours access to the full museum, interactive exhibits and more! There are two sessions for this event. Early admission ($90) is at 7pm and includes an extra hour of tasting with smaller capacity plus some bonus wines poured by select wineries during that first hour. General admission ($75) is at 8pm and the event ends at 11pm. Both tickets include all your wine tasting and full access to the museum with food sold separately.
Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Boulevard Jersey City, NJ
Cost: $75 – $90
Murder Mystery Dinner at Four Sisters Winery
March 17, 1 pm – 4 pm
Mysterious Happenings at Four Sisters Winery. It’s a Murder at the winery! Who knows the details? Guests have assembled and the celebration begins. The jubilant celebration comes to a halt when one of the characters mysteriously dies! Who’s the victim? An enchanted, fun-filled afternoon accompanied with a delicious lunch of Chicken Parmigiana, pasta, salad, bread & dessert is just the beginning. Beginning with a formal wine tasting, attendees receive insight to the S’s of wine tasting sampling a selection of red and white wines. Following the wine tasting, dinner will be served concluding with dessert and dessert wine. Characters are selected and the mysterious plot of the evening begins. Dinner guests partake in an interactive story-line adding some spice to their character description. As the plot thickens and unravels with twists and turns participants seek to unveil who’s the culprit of the crime! Once the murder is solved, awards will be given for Best Actor and Best Actress. The cost is $50 per person and includes tax, and a wine glass.
Four Sisters Winery, Belvidere, NJ
Cost: $50 per person plus tax
Millburn-Short Hills Restaurant Week
March 17 – 23
Millburn-Short Hills Restaurant Week is a delightful culinary event that showcases the diverse and vibrant dining scene of Millburn and Short Hills, New Jersey. During this week-long celebration, local restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus, allowing diners to explore a variety of flavors and cuisines at discounted prices. It’s a fantastic opportunity for food enthusiasts to indulge in exquisite dishes, discover new favorite eateries, and support the thriving restaurant community.
Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery
March 23, 1 pm – 4 pm
It is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Yes, it’s a great time using only your feet: Barefoot Grape Stomping at Four Sisters Winery. The event begins with a formal wine tasting followed by a delicious Chicken Parmesana Dinner, pasta, tossed salad, bread and dessert. Their award-winning wines can be purchased by the glass or bottle to enjoy with your dinner. Dessert will be served and paired with one of their dessert wines followed by the ever-popular stomping event. It’s exciting and a smashing good time at Four Sisters Winery and don’t forget to take home you embossed souvenir glass. Now, it’s time for the stomping! So, it’s off with the shoes and socks, Wiggle those toes and prepare for a foot massage of a lifetime. The grapes are waiting and the stomping experience begins. Remember to bring your phone as there’s plenty of time for pictures.
Four Sisters Winery, Belvidere, NJ
Cost: $47.50 per person, plus tax. Tickets are required and may be purchased by calling 908-475-3671
Uncork Spring! A Food & Wine Experience
March 23, 3 pm – 8 pm
Uncork the season, when 12+ NJ wineries bring more than 150 wines to be sampled & purchased. Enjoy chef pairings to enhance any dining experience, indulge in decadent food offerings, listen to music and shop artisan crafters. Sip, Savor & (S)elebrate Spring!
46 Washington Avenue, Carteret, NJ
Cost: $35
SSAAM’s Annual Fundraiser Oxtail Fest
March 23, 4 pm – 7 pm
Support SSAAM’s Mission at their Annual Oxtail Fest – Celebrating African Diaspora Culinary Traditions! The heritage of the African-American spirit is a triumph of perseverance and creativity, blending rich and varied traditions with the will and necessity to survive. In the spirit of this tradition, SSAAM celebrates with a feast featuring the once lowly oxtail, now a highly prized delicacy spanning the cuisines of North America and the English, French, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean. Inclusivity is a must, with delicious vegan and gluten-free options alongside a special signature cocktail, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks.
Hopewell Valley Vineyard, 46 Yard Rd, Pennington, NJ
Cost: $250
